Dorothy Olson

Stoughton- Dorothy M. Olson, age 95, passed away on Friday, January 13, 2017 at Skaalen Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was born on the family farm on July 6, 1921, the daughter of Harry and Emma Wright. On June 16, 1938 Dorothy married Richard Olson. Together they owned and operated Birch Hill Resort in Mercer for many years. In their retirement they enjoyed traveling, especially to warmer climates for the winter. Dorothy enjoyed cooking, fishing, lawn work, and spending time with her family. She is survived by her son, Keith (Linda) Olson of Mercer; five grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; brother, Claire "Kelly" Wright, and sister, Elaine Rice, both of Stoughton; many relatives; and friends. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Richard; daughter, Patricia; son, Marshall; two brothers, Ed and Harry Wright; and sister, Lois Larson. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Monday, January 16, 2017 at Cress Funeral Home in Stoughton. Burial will follow in Riverside Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM on Sunday, January 15, 2017, and from 12 noon until the time of services Monday, at the funeral home. A special thank you to the nursing staffs of Skaalen and Dean Clinic Stoughton. Please share your memories of Dorothy.
Cress Funeral Service
206 W. Prospect Street
Stoughton, WI 53589
(608) 873-9244